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Rye glycerin
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Rye glycerin (15 g) has 40 calories. That works out to 265 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.2 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
40
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
10.2g
· 4% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 40 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.75 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.2 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 13 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 30 g | 80 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 265 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 636 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 663 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 500 g | 1325 kcal |
Calculated from 265 calories per 100 g.
Rye glycerin is a product named for glycerin and rye, rather than a traditional rye dish. Glycerin is used in some foods to help retain moisture; the name alone does not explain the product’s exact source or formulation.
Rye glycerin can be used as a humectant, helping food retain moisture and stay soft. It is not a leavening agent, so it will not make dough rise like yeast or baking powder.
No, rye glycerin is not a one-for-one sugar substitute. It behaves differently in recipes and does not provide the same sweetness, bulk, browning, or structure that sugar can contribute.
Not necessarily. “Vegetable glycerin” describes glycerin made from plant-based sources, while the name “rye glycerin” alone does not confirm its source. The product’s ingredient or source information is what distinguishes them.
Glycerin, also called glycerol, is a sugar alcohol, but it is not the same as table sugar. It has different properties and is commonly used in foods for its moisture-retaining function.
No, glycerin is typically mildly sweet and does not naturally taste like rye. A rye flavor in a product would usually come from rye ingredients or added flavorings, not from glycerin itself.
No, rye glycerin does not make rye bread rise. Yeast or another leavening agent creates the rise; glycerin may instead help retain moisture in foods where it is used.
Keep rye glycerin tightly closed in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and moisture. Use the storage instructions and date on the product, since formulations and recommended shelf life can differ.
No, rye glycerin and rye malt are different products. Rye malt comes from processed rye grain, whereas glycerin is a separate ingredient used in some foods, often to help retain moisture.
A large amount of glycerin may cause digestive discomfort or diarrhea in some people. Rye glycerin is best used as an ingredient in the intended food, rather than consumed in large amounts on its own.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
0.75mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.15mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.45mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Rye glycerin is a thick, mildly sweet glycerin product associated with rye. Glycerin is used in foods to retain moisture and help maintain a soft texture, so this is generally a recipe ingredient rather than something eaten on its own. It may be used in baking and confectionery, though it is not a familiar everyday pantry staple for most English-speaking cooks.
Its flavour is gentle, while its mouthfeel is smooth and syrupy. A little can help cakes, sweets and similar foods stay soft instead of drying out. Its energy comes mainly from carbohydrates, with no protein or fat listed. If you use it in a recipe, add it sparingly and mix it in thoroughly; too much can make the finished food sticky and overly sweet.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.